India Food Disinfectant Market By Type (Chlorine Compounds, Hydrogen Peroxide & Peracetic Acid, Quaternary Ammonium Compounds, Alcohols, Ozonated Water, Others), By Technology (UV Radiation, Ozonation, Others (Dry Fogging, Steam Ultrasound), By Application (Food Surface, Food Packaging, Food Processing Equipment), By End Use (Meat & Poultry, Fish & Seafood, Fruits & Vegetables, Dairy Products, Processed Ready to Eat Food, Others), By Region, Forecast & Opportunities, 2026

India food disinfectant market is expected to grow at a steady rate during the forecast period. The India food disinfectant market is driven by outbreak of COVID-19, which has led to thousands of deaths in the country. The rising cases of this deadly virus has created the need for preventive methods to contain the further transmission. Food disinfectants are helpful in sanitizing the surface of raw vegetables, fruits and packaged food, which might carry harmful bacteria and viruses. Moreover, WHO’s guidelines to disinfect food materials before consumption is acting as a major factor for market growth.

Food disinfectants are also in demand as they eliminate the risk of physical contaminants such as dirt and hair. Also, growing awareness towards health and hygiene among consumers is propelling the demand for food disinfectants. Adding to this, increasing cases of food borne diseases due to unknown species and chemicals is expected to drive the market growth through FY2026. However, the market is also facing some restrains. Lack of awareness about food disinfectants, especially in rural and semi-urban areas are limiting the growth of this market. Further, high price of disinfectants and harmful effects caused by overuse of chemical disinfectants might further hamper the market growth.

India food disinfectant market is segmented based on type, technology, application, end use and region. Based on end use, the market is segmented into meat & poultry, fish & seafood, fruits & vegetables, dairy products, processed ready to eat food and others. Among them, the processed ready to eat food segment is anticipated to undergo fastest growth and dominate the market through FY2026 owing to strict guidelines to be followed by packaged food manufacturers to ensure food safety and long self-life.  

Major players operating in India food disinfectant market include Solvay Specialities India Pvt Ltd, Kent RO System Ltd, Godrej Industries Ltd, Dabur India Ltd., Hindustan Unilever Limited, Honeywell International India Pvt Ltd, Bioayurveda and Alsynth Remedies Limited, among others. Leading companies are focusing on introducing more advance and next generation disinfectants.

Years considered for this report:

Historical Years: FY2016-FY2019

Base Year: FY2020

Estimated Year: FY2021

Forecast Period: FY2022–FY2026

Objective of the Study:

• To analyze and estimate the market size of India food disinfectant market from FY2015 to FY2019.
• To estimate and forecast the market size of India food disinfectant market from FY2021 to FY2026 and growth rate until FY2026.
• To classify and forecast India food disinfectant market based on type, technology, application, end use, company and regional distribution.
• To identify dominant region or segment in the India food disinfectant market.
• To identify drivers and challenges for India food disinfectant market.
• To examine competitive developments such as expansions, new product launches, mergers & acquisitions, etc., in India food disinfectant market.
• To identify and analyze the profile of leading players operating in India food disinfectant market.
• To identify key sustainable strategies adopted by market players in India food disinfectant market.

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TechSci Research performed both primary as well as exhaustive secondary research for this study. Initially, TechSci Research sourced a list of manufacturers across the country. Subsequently, TechSci Research conducted primary research surveys with the identified companies. While interviewing, the respondents were also enquired about their competitors. Through this technique, TechSci Research could include the manufacturers which could not be identified due to the limitations of secondary research. TechSci Research analyzed the manufacturers, distribution channels and presence of all major players across India.

TechSci Research calculated the market size of India food disinfectant market using a bottom-up approach, wherein data for various end-user segments was recorded and forecast for the future years. TechSci Research sourced these values from the industry experts and company representatives and externally validated through analyzing historical data of these product types and applications for getting an appropriate, overall market size. Various secondary sources such as company websites, news articles, press releases, company annual reports, investor presentations and financial reports were also studied by TechSci Research.

Key Target Audience:

• Food disinfectant manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and other stakeholders
• Government bodies such as regulating authorities and policy makers
• Organizations, forums and alliances related to food disinfectant
• Market research and consulting firms

The study is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for the industry stakeholders such as manufacturers, suppliers, partners, end users, etc., besides allowing them in strategizing investments and capitalizing on market opportunities.

Report Scope:

In this report, India food disinfectant market has been segmented into following categories, in addition to the industry trends which have also been detailed below:

• India Food Disinfectant Market, By Type:
• Chlorine Compounds
• Hydrogen Peroxide & Peracetic Acid
• Quaternary Ammonium Compounds
• Alcohols
• Ozonated Water
• Others
• India Food Disinfectant Market, By Technology:
• UV Radiation
• Ozonation
• Others
• Dry Fogging
• Steam Ultrasound
• India Food Disinfectant Market, By Application:
• Food Surface
• Food Packaging
• Food Processing Equipment
• India Food Disinfectant Market, By End Use:
• Meat & Poultry
• Fish & Seafood
• Fruits & Vegetables
• Dairy Products
• Processed Ready to Eat Food
• Others
• India Food Disinfectant Market, By Region:
• North
• South
• East
• West

Competitive Landscape

Company Profiles: Detailed analysis of the major companies present in India food disinfectant market.

Available Customizations:

With the given market data, TechSci Research offers customizations according to a company’s specific needs. The following customization options are available for the report:

Company Information

• Detailed analysis and profiling of additional market players (up to five).